Case Manager II, MHA, Pos. #379, Corpus Christi, TX

Are you looking for an exciting new venture that can truly make a difference in people's lives?

Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities is your place.

The Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities (NCMHID) is dedicated to helping the residents of Nueces County who are living with mental illness and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities. Each year, we serve over 10,000 people with psychiatric and behavioral health care outpatient services, counseling, training, employment assistance, housing support, homeless outreach, children's mental health care and more. Perform health and safety duties as assigned at each Center site. 

*This position will remain open for seven (7) calendar days, or until filled. Posted 7/20/2023* 

Salary: "Please note that the job posting rate for this position is $20.85 to $23.12, the salary offered will follow the starting salary guidelines which are typically made at or near the minimum of the salary range. However, a salary may be negotiated above the minimum range depending on applicable years of experience and qualifications."

Full-Time, 40 Hour Work Week, Paid Bi-weekly

General Description

Performs complex case-management and competency restoration work: Responsible for the delivery of forensic case management and intensive rehabilitation services for eligible persons with mental illness and/or co- occurring disorders and a history of incarceration to prevent additional incarceration.

Will maintain frequent contact with clients, family members, and service providers that will assist in the establishment and maintenance of community integrated treatment.

Will identify client's rehabilitation needs, utilizes established curricula, and provides the necessary instruction in teaching self-help, self- care or other skills according to the needs outlined in the client evaluations, which assist the client in attaining their optimum levels of independence. Collects, prepares, and review case data used to determine client eligibility for financial, medical, and /or social services.

Establishes and maintains open communication with the Restoration Services Manager pertaining to client treatment. Job requires some travel and flexible hours.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum number of hours that is equivalent to a major (as determined by the local Mental Health authority) in psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human growth and development, physician assistant, gerontology, special education, educational psychology, early childhood education, or early childhood intervention; or is a registered nurse.

2 years' experience in behavioral health services.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and ability to work with people who have a mental illness and are involved with the criminal justice system.  Willingness to engage in self-reflective practices for the purposes of personal and professional growth under the general supervision of the Restoration Services Manager. Willingness to develop a personal wellness plan for self in the prevention and/or management of burn-out.  Ability to contribute to program development (e.g. primarily marketing). Ability to engage in the establishment of collaborative relationships with criminal justice judiciary systems (e.g. the District Attorney's Office, Probation/Parole, judges, and attorneys). Ability to travel within Nueces County city limits and for training purposes outside of Nueces County. Working knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). In the course of being employed, understands and implements trauma informed care practices. Must have reliable transportation. May use personal vehicle to conduct business. Must have a valid driver's license at all times, liability insurance and a good driving record.

NCMHID cares about the health and well-being of our employees, and we are dedicated to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. 

NCMHID's benefit package includes:

• Group Health
• Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance, $25,000 provided at no cost to employee
• Competitive Retirement Plan-NCMHID contributes 6% of employee annual salary on the first day of employment. Employee contributes 1%.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage available.
• 16 hours of paid time off (PTO) each month, with increases
• 10 Holidays per year with 2 personal holidays at employees' discretion (12 total)
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Career Ladder Incentives/ Opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement (if personal vehicle is used for work)

Student Loan Repayment

• NCMHID is a qualified employer for the PSLF program to repay student loans.  Click on the link below, or copy and paste in your web browser for more information.
• https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Education

• NCMHID offers educational assistance and flex schedule to full-time employees. 
• Free LPC-A supervision

Wellness Program

• Free Flu Shots.
• Free Health Education Lunch n' Learn Presentations, Challenges and more. 

Perks

• Freedom Fitness discounted membership
• Employee appreciation events
• Annual employee recognition banquet

We are a tobacco free workplace
EOE/AA

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters